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Robin Gillham

Robin is keenly fascinated by Soviet history, especially the period following the Chernobyl nuclear disaster in the 1980s. He has written two dissertations on the social impact of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster and traveled to the abandoned nuclear town of Pripyat and the exclusion zone. He also has a passion for the history of space exploration, photography, and Japanese folklore. He holds a BA in History from Bangor University and an MA in Russian and Post-Soviet Politics from UCL. In his spare time, he explores abandoned Soviet military bases and documents his experiences through his photography.

Education:University College London, 2016MA Russian and Post-Soviet PoliticsBangor University, 2014BA HistoryExpertise:

Soviet Union

Chernobyl

Soviet Space Program

NASA

History of Nuclear Power

Member since: Jul 01, 2021Location: United KingdomPublished posts: 19

Articles by Robin Gillham

8 Pivotal Events in Singapore’s History That Shaped the Nation

8 Must-Visit Religious Sites in Japan

From ancient temples to hidden forest shrines, Japan is home to countless religious sites.

The Inca Empire’s Four Quarters Explained (Government & Challenges)

The Inca Empire, known as the Realm of Four Quarters, spread from mountain peaks to arid deserts, with each quarter presenting unique challenges in governance.

Get to Know the Ainu, Japan’s First People

Mysterious and misunderstood, the Ainu are an ancient Indigenous people who still call Japan their home.

The Three Sacred Treasures of Japan (History & Importance)

The Sacred Treasures of Japan have been passed down over thousands of years from an alleged divine origin. Here’s the story behind the objects and their significance for Japan.

Embalming Lenin: Why Was the Soviet Founder Permanently Preserved?

The 1999 Apartment Bombings in Russia: History & Unanswered Questions

In 1999, bombings spread terror across Russia and led to the Second Chechen War. Here’s what happened and why so many questions remain unanswered.

Collectivization in the USSR: How Did It Work?

The Real-Life Inspirations Behind Japanese Yōkai Folklore

Yōkai are a key part of Japanese folklore. This article explores how religious practices, mythology, and natural phenomena led to their development.

The Impact of NASA’s Shuttle-Mir Program on Space Exploration

The 8 Must-See Rooms at the Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Met’s rooms and galleries are overflowing with cultural artifacts from around the world. Here are 8 rooms everyone should see when visiting the museum.

Was Chernobyl the Catalyst for the Soviet Union’s Collapse?

How did the economic and political fallout from Chernobyl spark a meltdown of the Soviet Union itself?